§ Mr. Ron Lewisasked the Minister of Housing and Local Government if the memorandum submitted by his Department to the Royal Commission on Local Government Reorganisation represents the policy of Her Majesty's Government; and if he will withdraw that part which is unfavourable to the smaller authorities.
§ Mr. GreenwoodThe Department were invited to tender evidence to the Royal Commission and, as is usual on such occasions, the memorandum which was submitted reflects the experience and views of officials. The Government will not be expressing any line of policy to the Royal Commission but will remain free to consider their report and recommendations in due course.